Episode 1 - The Nutcrackers

What truly makes someone an artist? Is it talent, education, discipline, creativity, or something deeper? In this episode of Art with Aru, Olga Aru explores the meaning of artistry across different creative disciplines, the role of technical mastery, and the difference between artistic expression and professional achievement. Perhaps the real question isn't who gets to call themselves an artist, but what responsibility comes with the title.

There’s something incredibly healing about returning to your body through movement. For me, that happens in the studio — through ballet, stretching, or just intentional breathing workWhen I’m dancing, I’m not just training technique. I’m reconnecting to myself. What art forms are you discovering? Does it help you to tune in with yourself?

Have you ever experienced a burnout? It is fascinating how our culture repetitively normalizes it. A corporate world with its blows and whistles, makes it almost desirable amongst friends and colleagues to feel the BURN OUT. Sort of a fashion these days. It does not quite correspond well with another modern trend of “mindful living”. To share your story - tag me on IG @aruolgaofficial

There is a transformative power of rejection. Each "no" propels us to reach towards greatest achievements.  So, by embracing rejection as a stepping stone to success we persist in pursuing our biggest passion. Despite any setbacks, that happen on the road to success we simply move on. 

In today's episode, we're exploring the resilience and determination that drives artists to pursue their passions, despite the challenges they might face. Being an artist is a journey filled with highs and lows, but what happens when life throws unexpected obstacles in your path? Whether it's illness, financial struggles, or personal hardships. Every one of us, fellow artists had navigated turbulent waters at some point in our careers and quite often emerged even stronger on the other side. SHOW THAT MUST GO ON!

In my second episode, we are going to talk about the need to take that well-deserved vacation time! Italians also say 'Dolce far Niente', that literally translates to the sweetness of doing nothing. Living the fast pace lives definitely doesn’t help us develop that skill. We all forget the thrill and the necessity of… simply doing nothing.

Art With Aru - By Olga Aru In my first episode, we are talking about - The Nutcrackers! Yes, yes, yes, them again! As the international dance community is almost wrapped up with these shows, there’s still a lot of tea to spill, right? It’s been over a hundred years since the original choreography of Petipa was created, changed, edited, and completely redone by many.